Therapeutic Massage

In most states, massage therapists are required to undergo a certain amount of hours of education on the subject before they can get their license. While there are a few states, such as Alaska and Colorado, that do not require an education or a license, you'll still need to get an education if you want to practice in other... more »

Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer caused by the uncontrolled growth of plasma cells, a type of white blood cell which originates in bone marrow. The disease characteristically occurs in multiple areas of bone, and causes kidney problems, bone erosion and degraded function of the marrow and the immune system. While multiple myeloma... more »

The lymphatic system is the cornerstone of the human immune system. The lymph nodes create white blood cells that fight immunity and remove toxins from the body. According to some proponents of alternative medicine, the foods that we eat can either help or hamper the lymphatic system's ability to remove toxins from the body. One... more »

Between the vertebrae of the spine sit discs that act as cushions and shock absorbers. They help the back stay flexible and keep a full range of motion. Since the body supplies little blood to the discs, the discs cannot heal themselves when injured. As a result, degeneration of the spine can occur over twenty to thirty years with a... more »

Although incredible medical advances have been made in the past few years, the battle against the HIV/AIDS virus still rages on all fronts. While doctors have detemined a number of methods to stall the virus and alleviate the symptoms, there is - as yet - no cure on the modern medical horizon. However, there are many other... more »